8 hotels near Henderson, NC, US

Built from the ground up by the first settlers in 1785, Henderson still has its roots in agriculture, but the traditions and stories of those who built it are well and alive today. Book with Choice Hotels in Henderson, NC to step back in time while still enjoying our modern amenities.A town so rich in history needs a place to showcase the city’s life and the Vance County Historical Museum is just that. This museum has exhibits and historical displays, including collections from stamp books to photographs, along with Civil War portraits and other exciting showcases. The Ridgeway Opry House is a great way to soak up the historical culture of this small town. With weekend shows, you can enjoy local and national bands while mingling with the locals. Just 40 miles from Henderson is another historic landmark  you cannot miss. The Historic Weldon Cotton Mill and Riverside Mill in Weldon, NC have outlet stores and 20,000 square feet of antique and gorgeous collectibles. You can shop to your heart’s content in stores that are set in a beautifully-restored antique building, Not far from the shopping center is the historic cotton mill. You can hike along the Roanoke River Canal Trail, and head west to view the Chocoyote Creek Aqueduct. If you go the opposite direction, you’ll walk the trail to historic downtown Weldon and the River Falls Park. Henderson is also located just 40 minutes north of the capital city of Raleigh, so hop in a car and take an extra day off to explore more of North Carolina. Since Raleigh is North Carolina’s second largest city, you’ll never fall short of things to do in Raleigh. You’ll find world-class museums like the Marbles Kids Museum, the Contemporary Art Museum and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences among other attractions in this city. When you visit North Carolina, start your trip in Henderson. Hotels in this city make it easy for you to learn about North Carolina and its beginnings as a former rural state to the booming culturally rich state it is today. Book with Choice Hotels in Henderson, NC for an unforgettable trip to a rural town rich in history. Book online now!